Compare French Curriculum International Schools in Germany

Instructs in French, German, English

Ages 3 - 12 years

Fees €3,780 - 5,540

Pupils 250

Type Co-educational

École Voltaire Berlin is a private French establishment within the AEFE network, with two Berlin campuses serving children ages 3 to 12. It offers the French national curriculum with a bilingual Franco‑German program. In Maternelle, instruction is shared equally between French and German (13 hours per week per language), with curricula adapted to Berlin. In Élementaire, about 55% of lessons are in French and 45% in German, with German used in several subjects and English introduced from CE2 (two hours per week). Since October 2024 the school is recognised as an Ersatzschule under private sponsorship by the Verein zur Förderung der französischen Bildung in Berlin e.V., whose managing sponsor is Ms. Deppe‑Prugnaud. The two campuses host a cantine served by Leckerlogisch, and Friday Garderie. The school emphasises outdoor learning, arts, and language development, with after-school activities via Cours et Jardins and Wednesday activities with Berlin Music School, including Capsule productions.

Location

Berlin, Germany. Ecole Voltaire Berlin operates on the Franco-German campus within 500 meters of the Lycée Français de Berlin. The Grundschule is at Lützowstraße 41, 10785 Berlin, and the Collège Voltaire is at Kurfürstenstraße 53, 10785 Berlin.

Stages

Maternelle; Grundschule (CP–CM2); Collège (6e).

Type

Private school in direct AEFE management.

Country affiliation

Germany

Religious affiliation

Secular

School day structure

Kindergarten opens 8:20–8:40; dismissal 15:30–15:45; three daily breaks; after‑school care 15:45–17:45. Elementary opens 8:20 and starts at 8:30; breaks 10:00–10:15 and 11:45–13:15 for lunch; day ends at 18:00 with after‑school activities 15:45–18:00. Morning care runs 7:50–8:20; Friday after‑care options are available.

Boarding Arrangements

The school does not offer boarding. It provides a morning supervision from 7:50 to 8:05 and Friday after-class supervision for one hour. An after‑school program runs daily until 18:00 for elementary students and 17:45 for preschool, through Cours et Jardins.

Uniform Requirement

There is no uniform; clothing must be suitable for school activities. Clothing should be labeled with the child's name. For physical education, appropriate sportswear is mandatory.

Food Options

The school restaurant is run by an external provider, Forum Esswirtschaft – Leckerlogisch. Lunch enrollment is through the provider via the restaurant page; the provider handles all lunch‑billing and service. Since January 2021, Berlin subsidizes lunch costs for elementary pupils (CP to 6th) but not for kindergarten.

Governance and Ownership

The school is AEFE-direct managed and operates within the AEFE network; it is overseen by Verein zur Förderung der französischen Bildung in Berlin e.V.

Application (first-time) fees

- First registration fee (droit de première inscription): EUR 400 for the eldest child in a family.
- For additional children from the same family the first-registration fee is EUR 200 per child.
- Registration fees are definitively retained by the school and are non‑refundable (except in cases where a subsequently awarded French school bursary reduces or covers part of that amount and the school applies the corresponding reimbursement).

Annual tuition fees by year group (total per school year)

- Maternelle (preschool / kindergarten): EUR 5,350 per child, per academic year.
- Élémentaire / Collège (CP through 6ème): EUR 5,540 per child, per academic year.

Tuition fees by term (how the annual fee is billed)

- The annual tuition is invoiced in three periods. The invoice amounts are calculated as follows: 1st period = 4/10 of the annual fee; 2nd period = 3/10 of the annual fee (plus any applicable examination fees where relevant); 3rd period = 3/10 of the annual fee. The practical schedule is:
- 1st period (September–December) — due mid‑October;
- 2nd period (January–March) — due mid‑January;
- 3rd period (April–June) — due mid‑April.

- Based on the annual figures above, the term instalments are:
- Maternelle (annual EUR 5,350): 1st period EUR 2,140; 2nd period EUR 1,605; 3rd period EUR 1,605.
- CP–6ème (annual EUR 5,540): 1st period EUR 2,216; 2nd period EUR 1,662; 3rd period EUR 1,662.

- Payment is due at the start of each term and must be made within 15 days of receipt of the digital invoice. Families who wish to pay monthly must request that arrangement from the school's secondary accounting agency (contact provided in the school's financial regulation).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Invoices are issued digitally and made available in each family's parent portal; families are notified by e‑mail when invoices are ready. Payment is due within 15 days of the digital invoice.
- If tuition is taken over by an employer or third party, the invoice will remain in the name of the legal guardian; the family must ensure the transmission of the invoice and payment by the third party. Non‑payment can lead to recovery procedures and temporary suspension of the pupil's access to the French teaching service until the account is regularised.

Accepted fee payment methods

- Bank transfer to the school's account (IBAN and BIC are provided in the school's financial regulation). The invoice number and the pupil's full name must be referenced on the transfer.
- Online payment via the parent portal is available once the digital invoice is issued.
- No other means (for example, employer invoicing) will be accepted in place of invoicing to the legal guardian; the school cannot invoice employers directly.

Boarding fees

- Boarding provision is not applicable to École Voltaire (the school operates maternelle and élémentaire/collège levels and does not list boarding services).

Canteen / school meals

- School lunches are provided on site by an external catering company (Forum Esswirtschaft operating as Leckerlogisch). The catering provider manages registration and issues the meal invoices directly to families; those costs are billed separately from the school's tuition invoices. The elementary lunch program (CP–6ème) is subsidised by the Berlin Senate; the subsidy does not apply to maternelle meals.

Other costs and ancillary fees

- School‑organised trips with overnight stays and certain extracurricular activities may be charged in addition to tuition; such costs are billed as ancillary fees when applicable.
- Textbooks and standard teaching materials from petite section through 6ème are supplied by the school (the school bears the cost of textbooks and standard supplies). A list of small personal materials (petit matériel) for elementary and collège pupils is published annually; those small personal items are the responsibility of families. Parents are asked to mark children's clothing and personal items.

Sibling discounts, income‑based reductions and bursaries

- Sibling discounts on tuition apply as follows: second child = 25% discount on tuition; third child = 50% discount; from the fourth child = 75% discount on tuition. There is also a EUR 200 reduction on the first‑registration fee from the second child onward.
- Families with taxable incomes under the threshold set by the school (eligibility rules specified in the financial regulation) may request a degressive tuition reduction; this degressivity applies only to pupils in CP through 6ème and must be requested through the school's accounting service with supporting documents. French national school bursaries administered via the Consulate/AEFE apply and, when granted, are applied to tuition, registration fees and certain other charges as specified by the school.

Refund and proration rules

- Registration (first‑time) fees are definitively retained by the school and are not refundable (except where a subsequently awarded French bursary leads to reimbursement according to the bursary decision).
- Annual tuition is treated as a fixed yearly sum; when a child arrives or departs definitively during a term, fees are adjusted pro rata with each started month due (the school invoices on a monthly pro rata basis for arrivals/departures).
- The school may require the settlement of outstanding sums before re‑enrolment is validated for the following school year. Late or unpaid fees are subject to recovery procedures as described in the financial regulation.

Summary of key contacts for billing and payment

- For accounting or monthly‑payment requests: contact the school's designated accounting officer (email contact given in the financial regulation).
- For canteen registration, cancellations and meal billing: contact the catering provider (Forum Esswirtschaft / Leckerlogisch).

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Students are welcomed in a caring and non-discriminatory manner and are protected from violence and humiliation. Corporal punishment or humiliating treatment is strictly forbidden. The school ensures protection for children, with safeguarding measures described in the child protection plan, the Kinderschutzkonzept, which is being developed for 2025. The internal regulations place the student in situations to learn about life in society and citizenship and to become progressively responsible. A climate of mutual respect and serenity is fostered to support learning. Time outdoors is essential to children's health and well-being, with kindergarten students enjoying two 30-minute recesses daily (morning and afternoon) and a 1.5-hour midday break.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school admits students with a personalized education plan (projet personnalisé de scolarisation) under the French education code. A personalized education plan can allow a child to remain in kindergarten beyond age six. The school practices bilingual instruction from the start, with nearly equal hours in French and German in kindergarten and about 55% of instruction in French in elementary. German-speaking students join the 'Deu' group and follow programs in line with the Berlin framework; Francophone students follow 'DaF' (Deutsch als Fremdsprache) as a foreign language, with group adjustments made as progress. Approximately 43% of instruction is delivered in German.

Mental Wellbeing

Time outdoors is essential to children's health and well-being. In kindergarten, children have two 30-minute recesses daily, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, plus a 1.5-hour midday break for lunch. The climate of mutual respect and serenity supports mental well-being and learning. The internal regulations describe safety and supervision for students during school hours. The school fosters a safe and supportive environment that promotes well-being and respectful interactions.

Safeguarding

Students have the right to a welcoming and non-discriminatory reception. Corporal punishment or humiliating treatment is strictly forbidden. Students are protected from violence, and safeguarding measures are described in the child protection plan, the Kinderschutzkonzept, which is being written for the 2025–2026 school year. The internal regulations specify rights and obligations for all members of the school community and include safeguards against violence, both on site and online. The school references the child protection framework being developed for 2025.

Admissions

1. First enrollment window for the 2026-2027 year opens on March 1, 2026. To pre-register your child for the 2026-2027 year, you may access the online page starting Sunday, March 1, 2025. On the online portal you will be asked to identify yourself. If you already have children enrolled at Ecole Voltaire, you must use the same login (the email address) as last year. If you do not remember the password, click 'forgot password?'. If you do not remember the email address, try entering your different email addresses and click 'forgot password?' until you receive the password reset email. If you do not yet have a child enrolled at our school, please create an account. You must attach to the online form the following documents: a photo ID, a copy of the family record book or birth certificate of the child, and a copy of the ID of the child's legal guardian(s). You must also download and sign the 2026-2027 enrollment contract.

Scholarships

2. To understand the different steps of enrollment, here is the 'Enrollment Path' at Ecole Voltaire. 3. The online pre-registration is not definitive and does not constitute admission; it is an application that will be processed by the school according to capacity. We will contact you by email if there is a confirmation to finalize your child's enrollment. 4. RE-ENROLLMENT: If your child continues their schooling at Ecole Voltaire from year to year, you will receive an email from the Secretariat in March, accompanied by a link to express your choice: YES, NO, MAYBE. 5. In accordance with Articles 12 and 13 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of 27 April 2016 on the protection of personal data, Ecole Voltaire Berlin, as data controller, collects data at the time of pre-registration and enrollment for administrative and accounting processing. The data are strictly reserved for authorized services (Management, Secretariat and Accounting) and are kept for the duration of your children's schooling at the establishment. In line with our data protection policy, we commit to protecting your data from any breach. Under Articles 15 to 22 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679, you may at any time and free of charge request access to your data, correct or erase them, by contacting the data protection officer at dpo@ecolevoltaire.de or, in the absence of a satisfactory response within one month, with the CNIL."

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St. George's - Munich

Instructs in English, German

Ages 2 - 18 years

Fees €14,750 - 19,550

Type Co-educational

St. George's Munich is an independent British international school in the heart of Munich dedicated to preparing students for higher education around the world. The school teaches a hybrid of the British National Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate across ages 2 to 18, offering Early Years through to the Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP), with IGCSE preparation for ages 14 to 16. The campus features purpose-built facilities for Early Years through Secondary, including modern science laboratories, art studios, a library with e-books, and a performing arts theatre. Extensive outdoor spaces, a rooftop basketball pitch, climbing wall, and dedicated sports pitches support a broad physical education programme. A wide range of clubs covers sport, arts, science and service, while Service Learning and the Duke of Edinburgh Award foster leadership and global citizenship. The school joined St. George's Group in 2013 and emphasizes curiosity, courage, confidence and community in its values-driven approach. Its small class sizes and personalised support help students thrive academically while developing resilience, empathy and independent thinking for success in diverse educational systems.

Location

Heidemstraße 182, 80939 München, Germany. The school is located in Munich, Germany. Public transport serves the campus via Kieferngarten (U6) and Freimann (U3/U6), with nearby bus routes 140, 170, 171 and 180.

Stages

From Pre-Nursery to Year 13.

Type

Independent British international school.

Pupil Nationality Mix

More than 50 nationalities represented.

Country affiliation

British

Bus service

Public transport access: Kieferngarten (U6); Freimann (U3/U6); Bernsteinweg (bus 140, 170, 171, 180).

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms are a requirement for all pupils, from ages 2 to 18, and are a source of unity and belonging within the school community.

Food Options

Lunch is either brought from home or provided by the on-site canteen, which serves meals cooked from scratch using seasonal, regional ingredients; there is a nut-free policy and menus include at least two main courses with a daily selection of salad, yogurt, fruit and a dessert option.

House System

There are four Houses; pupils are assigned to a house on joining; each house has its own identity and colours, and house activities promote personal growth, community, teamwork, citizenship, and excellence across academic, social, sporting, and cultural areas.

Governance and Ownership

St.George's School Group governs the Munich campus. Each school is incorporated as a company owned by proprietors. The Supervisory Board determines strategic priorities and the Executive Board implements the Group's strategy and oversees school directors.

Application fee

- A non-refundable application fee of EUR 750 is payable once per student when the application form is submitted.

Charges when joining (one-off items)

- Refundable deposit: EUR 1,000 will be included in the first invoice for each new student; this deposit is refundable as a deduction on the final Extras bill when the student leaves, provided all other fees and charges have been paid and correct notice of withdrawal has been given.
- Building Fund: EUR 1,500 billed once per year per student (maximum two payments per family).
- Stability Fund: EUR 200 billed once per year per student (maximum two payments per family).

Tuition and per-term billing (school year 2025/2026 — amounts in EUR)

Notes on billing: parents electing to pay personally will receive invoices in four instalments. Bill due dates for the 2025/2026 academic year are: Bill 1 — 31 May 2025; Bill 2 — 30 Sep 2025; Bill 3 — 31 Jan 2026; Bill 4 — 30 Apr 2026. Bill 2 includes the Building Fund and Stability Fund. Bill amounts shown below are the four instalment amounts for that year.

- Nursery & Reception classes:
- Annual Tuition Fees: EUR 13,050. Building Fund: EUR 1,500. Stability Fund: EUR 200. Total School Fees (annual): EUR 14,750.
- Four instalments (Bill 1 → Bill 4): EUR 2,000; EUR 4,050; EUR 4,525; EUR 4,175 respectively.

- Year 1 to Year 2:
- Annual Tuition Fees: EUR 14,250. Building Fund: EUR 1,500. Stability Fund: EUR 200. Total School Fees (annual): EUR 15,950.
- Four instalments (Bill 1 → Bill 4): EUR 2,000; EUR 4,450; EUR 4,920; EUR 4,580 respectively.

- Year 3 to Year 6:
- Annual Tuition Fees: EUR 15,150. Building Fund: EUR 1,500. Stability Fund: EUR 200. Total School Fees (annual): EUR 16,850.
- Four instalments (Bill 1 → Bill 4): EUR 2,000; EUR 4,750; EUR 5,220; EUR 4,880 respectively.

- Year 7 to Year 9:
- Annual Tuition Fees: EUR 16,150. Building Fund: EUR 1,500. Stability Fund: EUR 200. Total School Fees (annual): EUR 17,850.
- Four instalments (Bill 1 → Bill 4): EUR 2,000; EUR 5,080; EUR 5,560; EUR 5,210 respectively.

- Year 10 to Year 13:
- Annual Tuition Fees: EUR 17,850. Building Fund: EUR 1,500. Stability Fund: EUR 200. Total School Fees (annual): EUR 19,550.
- Four instalments (Bill 1 → Bill 4): EUR 2,000; EUR 5,650; EUR 6,120; EUR 5,780 respectively.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard invoicing for families: four instalments per academic year with the Bill Due Dates listed above. Companies that cover fees may be billed annually; an annual payment option can be arranged through the Billing Officer. Monthly instalments (spread from May to April) can be arranged by contacting the Billing Officer.
- The school reserves the right to charge interest on overdue bills and a EUR 40 administrative fee for late payment; school reports may be retained until all outstanding invoices are paid.
- The school states that Bill 2 contains the Building Fund and Stability Fund and that Bill 1 will increase to EUR 3,000 from the 2026/2027 school year (with corresponding adjustments to later bills).

Withdrawal, notice and refunds

- Withdrawal notice: contractual notice requirements apply. For end-of-term withdrawals, notice deadlines for the 2025/2026 year are listed in the fee schedule (examples: 30 Jan for withdrawal at the end of the Spring term; 30 Sep for withdrawal at the end of the Autumn term; 30 Apr for withdrawal at the end of the Summer term). In the absence of correct written notice, parents accept liability to pay one third of the applicable annual tuition fees in lieu of notice. The refundable deposit is issued as a deduction on the final Extras bill once all charges are settled and correct notice has been received.
- Extras (canteen, individual music lessons, after‑school activities, trips etc.) are billed separately (typically in November, March, May and July) and must be paid within 30 days; the refundable deposit is intended to cover possible Extras charges.

Boarding fees

- No boarding fees are shown in the schools published fee schedule for 2025/2026; the fee schedule lists day-school tuition, funds and extras only. Boarding is not applicable in the published fees.

Other costs and charges

- Extras (canteen, after-school activities, individual music lessons and other optional services) are charged separately and billed in November, March, May and July; these costs are not included in the standard tuition line and are payable within 30 days. The refundable EUR 1,000 deposit is intended to cover possible Extras charges.
- Uniforms are supplied through the schools official uniform supplier (online shop listed as Trutex). Uniform purchase cost is separate from tuition and extras.
- Examination fees, specific trips or specialist course fees (where applicable) and any additional individual support charges are billed separately when required. The fee schedule confirms that any student receiving additional support within school will be charged an additional fee which will be discussed with the parents.

Refunds and adjustments

- The refundable EUR 1,000 deposit is returned as a credit on the final Extras bill when the student leaves, provided all other fees and charges have been paid and correct notice has been submitted to the Head of Finance and Administration. Apart from that deposit mechanism and the pro‑rata / notice adjustments shown for joining/leaving during the year, the published fee schedule does not list other routine tuition refunds.

Fee payment options and contacts

- Invoices are issued to parents; parents may choose the standard four-instalment schedule, arrange one annual payment (companies can be billed annually) or request monthly instalments through the Billing Officer. Bank details are provided on invoices/parent billing documents; the school notes it is not planning to change bank details and invites parents to contact the Accounts/Billing Office for payment arrangements. The Billing Officer contact used in the published schedule is billing@st-georges.lu and the Head of Finance and Administration contact is financemanager@st-georges.lu. The published schedule does not list specific public details about accepting credit-card payments.

Curriculum

The school teaches a hybrid of the British National Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate (IB). From ages 2 to 18, students benefit from small class sizes and individual attention. The National Curriculum in England is taught up to age 14, followed by two years of IGCSE preparation for ages 14-16; the IGCSE provides external, independent accreditation and is recognised by German authorities as Mittlere Reife. The school offers two IB pathways—the Diploma Programme (DP) and the Career-related Programme (CP)—which complement the British education and prepare students for higher education. The IB complements and mirrors the British education we offer and is recognised as equivalent to the German Abitur.

Student Teacher Ratio

Maximum class size is 20.

Exam Results

IB average (2025) 34 points, 4 points above the world average; best individual IB result (2022/23) 44 points.

Gifted and Talented

The school tailors learning to each student's strengths, needs, skills and interests, supporting lower attaining pupils while stretching the more able.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has a culture of wellbeing and growth. It guides students to develop both mentally and physically and to make healthy lifestyle choices that support lifelong well-being.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school tailors learning to each student's strengths, needs, and interests, supporting lower-attaining pupils while stretching the more able.

Mental Wellbeing

The wellbeing focus is embedded in daily life, with a supportive and inclusive learning environment that values every student and promotes a growth mindset. Teachers tailor learning to individual needs, helping students build confidence, resilience and collaborative skills.

Safeguarding

The school maintains an unwavering commitment to safeguarding students and staff, supported by rigorous recruitment to ensure a safe and secure environment where each child is cared for, included, and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Admissions

St.George's Munich serves children from age 2 to 18. The curriculum progresses with age: Pre-Nursery to Reception follows the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework; Years 1–9 follow the National Curriculum of England; Years 10–11 offer International GCSEs accredited by Cambridge International Examinations; Years 12–13 prepare students toward the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme or Career-Related Programme. Pupils join with varying levels of English in Primary, and all new starters are assessed and offered additional language support as required. German language skills are not required to enter; many join with no knowledge of German, and German courses are available to support learners, with native German speakers following the local German language curriculum. Applications can be submitted at any point during the year, with a maximum of 20 pupils per class. Start dates are flexible, though Upper School and Sixth Form entrants may need to join at the start of a cycle. For Secondary admission and entry into IGCSE/IB, placement tests may be required; trial days and placement testing can be arranged throughout the year.

Scholarships

Financial assistance is available with limited provisions for families facing financial challenges to help exceptional students benefit from the programmes. For accurate details on tuition fees and available financial aid, contact the Admissions team.

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Bavarian International School - Haimhausen

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €17,900 - 28,860

Pupils 1260

Type Co-educational

Bavarian International School (BIS) is a non-profit gAG with two Munich campuses: City Campus in Schwabing and the Haimhausen Campus. BIS offers the full International Baccalaureate continuum—PYP for ages 3–12, MYP for 13–16, and DP and CP for 16–19—with English as the language of instruction. German is taught from Grade 1 and additional languages (French, Spanish, Japanese and Mandarin) begin in Grade 6. The school serves approximately 1,250 students from more than 60 nations. BIS provides language and learning support, pastoral care and university counselling. Facilities include three libraries, City Campus and Haimhausen Makerspaces, Technology & Design Labs and Visual & Performing Arts spaces, plus indoor and outdoor PE facilities. About 80 after-school activities are offered weekly. Signature clubs include Model United Nations, BIS Entrepreneurship Club and The Duke of Edinburgh International Award, reflecting BIS's emphasis on leadership, inquiry and service.

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Lycée Français International Simone Veil

Instructs in French, German, English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €5,010 - 14,620

Type Co-educational

Lycée Français International Simone Veil is a French international school in Düsseldorf, part of the AEFE network, serving ages 3–18 across four sections: Maternelle, Élementaire, Collège and Lycée. Instruction is in French, with German as the host-country language from early years and English introduced from Moyenne Section. The AbiBac binational section links the French bac with the German Abitur, and the European English and American International Sections offer additional bac paths. The curriculum centers on the French Baccalauréat, with Abibac and BFI options and a shared core including science, philosophy, history-geography, languages, EMC and EPS; DNL is taught in a foreign language for enrichment. The school provides a secondary and primary library network (CDI/BCD), seven computer stations, and strong language provision. Sports feature prominently, with a Sports Week and UNSS participation, plus after‑school activities (APS). In 2024, the school reported a 100% pass rate at the Baccalauréat; about 46 nationalities are represented.

Location

Graf-Recke-Strasse 220, 40237 Düsseldorf, Germany. The Lycée Français International Simone Veil is in Düsseldorf, Germany. It welcomes around 600 students from kindergarten through the final year of secondary school.

Stages

Seconde (10th grade), Première (1ère), Terminale. Three classes from Seconde to Terminale, leading to the French Baccalauréat, with Abibac or BFI options; AIS and the European English Section are offered.

Type

French international high school in Düsseldorf; multilingual teaching (French, German, English, Spanish); Abibac, BFI, AIS; European English Section.

Additional learning support

Inclusive education with ÉBÉP referents for students with special educational needs; Personalized Schooling Projects (PPS), Personalized Planning for Educational Success (PPRE), Personalised Assistance Plan (PAP), and Individual Health Plan (PAI); psychologist available; contact details provided for ÉBÉP and health services.

Country affiliation

France (AEFE network).

Application and re‑registration fees
- Application (inscription) fee — normal rate: EUR 2,500. Application fee — reduced rate: EUR 1,200. These fees are payable in full on registration and must be paid to the school's bank account.
- Re‑registration (réinscription) fee — normal rate: EUR 500. Re‑registration fee — reduced rate: EUR 200. These are payable in full at the time of re‑registration.

Tuition fees (annual and per‑term amounts by year group)
- Fees are published and charged as annual amounts for the academic year 2025–2026. The published annual tuition amounts are:
- Maternelle (reduced): EUR 5,350. (normal): EUR 9,350.
- Élémentaire (reduced): EUR 5,010. (normal): EUR 8,770.
- Collège (reduced): EUR 6,360. (normal): EUR 11,110.
- Lycée (reduced): EUR 8,350. (normal): EUR 14,620.
- Per‑term (illustrative): the school publishes annual amounts. If an annual fee were divided into three equal school terms, the approximate per‑term amounts would be:
- Maternelle: EUR 1,783.33 (reduced) / EUR 3,116.67 (normal).
- Élémentaire: EUR 1,670.00 (reduced) / EUR 2,923.33 (normal).
- Collège: EUR 2,120.00 (reduced) / EUR 3,703.33 (normal).
- Lycée: EUR 2,783.33 (reduced) / EUR 4,873.33 (normal).
(These per‑term figures are simple thirds of the published annual amounts for reference; the school's published charges are annual.)
- Tariff definitions: the “normal” tariff applies when fees are fully paid by an employer; the “reduced” tariff applies when fees are paid by the family. A hybrid tariff is available by arrangement with the finance department.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Inscription and réinscription fees are payable in full at the time of registration or re‑registration and are due regardless of the pupil's arrival date. Inscription and réinscription payments are made to the school's bank account.
- Invoices for tuition, examinations, SIA and other chargeable services are issued and are payable by bank transfer. Invoiced amounts must be paid by bank transfer on receipt of the invoice, no later than 15 days from the invoice date.
- For families receiving school bursaries, invoices for fees and canteen are issued once the bursary amount has been notified to the school; families pay the portion not covered by the bursary.

Boarding fees
- No boarding (internat) fees are published. The school's publicly listed services and fees cover day programmes, canteen, after‑school care and related services; there is no boarding provision or boarding fee schedule published for this school.

Other costs and mandatory extras
- School supplies (fournitures) charged to families:
- Maternelle supplies fee: EUR 20 per year.
- Élémentaire supplies fee: EUR 50 per year.
- Secondary (collège / lycée): families order and pay for textbooks; certain French literature and philosophy works supplied and invoiced by the school: EUR 35.
- Canteen (demi‑pension) — price per meal:
- Maternelle: EUR 6.65 per meal.
- Élémentaire and secondaire: EUR 7.70 per meal.
- An additional EUR 1.00 supervision fee per meal is charged when an individualized care plan (PAI) applies. Canteen registration is annual and made via the school's registration platform.
- Examination fees (payable on invoice by bank transfer within 15 days):
- Diplôme national du brevet (3ème): EUR 50 (for enrolled LfiSV pupils) / EUR 100 (external candidates).
- Épreuves anticipées du baccalauréat (1ère): EUR 150 / EUR 300 (external).
- Baccalauréat (Terminale): EUR 250 / EUR 500 (external).
- Section Internationale Américaine (SIA) fees (collège & lycée, books included):
- Normal tariff: EUR 2,000.
- Reduced tariff: EUR 1,100.
- The SIA at élémentaire is included within published tuition. SIA fees are payable on invoice by bank transfer within 15 days. No refund is made if the family withdraws from SIA during the school year.
- CNED and specialty teaching: where the school purchases CNED or other third‑party special subject provision for 1ère and Terminale, those costs are charged back to families at cost and are payable by bank transfer.
- After‑school care / garderie (AWO partnership): the school offers a paid after‑school care service; a monthly supplement of EUR 7.80 is charged to cover consumables for the care programme. Details and enrollment are managed through the school's services.
- Transport options and costs: published transport options include the Deutschlandticket (monthly) and a SchokoTicket subscription; specific transport costs are handled separately from tuition and are payable as stated for each transport product.

Discounts and staff concessions
- Sibling discount on the reduced tariff only: 10% reduction from the 3rd child enrolled (by order of arrival) and 15% reduction from the 4th child (by order of arrival).
- Staff concession: employees of the school (excluding minijob status) benefit from exemption of registration/re‑registration fees and a 70% reduction of tuition per full‑time employed parent; part‑time staff receive a pro‑rata reduction.

Refund and cancellation policy (fees)
- Inscription and réinscription fees are refundable only if the school refuses the student's application.
- For SIA: if a family withdraws from SIA during the school year, no refund will be made. In the event of a pupil leaving the school during the school year, no refund of fees for the school year will be made.

Fee payment options and contacts
- Payment method: invoices and specified charges are to be paid by bank transfer to the school's account. Exam fees, SIA fees and other invoiced items are payable by bank transfer within 15 days of invoice date.
- Finance and accounting contacts for payment queries: gestionnaire@lfisv.de and comptable@lfisv.de. School administration contacts (telephone and e‑mail) are listed for registration and secretariat matters.

(End of fee overview.)

Curriculum

The school offers the French Baccalauréat with options including Abibac and the BFI. Seconde, Première and Terminale form the high-school cycle, with a program of specialization through subject choices. All students follow a common core of the Baccalauréat, including two hours of science per week in Première and Terminale, plus French (Première), philosophy (Terminale), history-geography, modern languages A and B, EMC and EPS; core courses account for about 60% of total in Première and 55% in Terminale. The French International Baccalaureate (BFI) is a pathway within the Baccalauréat, replacing the former OIB; starting in 1ère, students on this option study alongside the general baccalauréat and benefit from three enrichment components: World Knowledge, Non-Linguistic Discipline (DNL) taught in a foreign language, and Cultural and linguistic enrichment. The AIS (American International Section) is a linguistic and bicultural programme set up by the French Ministry of Education in cooperation with the United States. The Baccalauréat provides access to higher education in France and around the world, and the BFI is designed to prepare students for entry to the grandes écoles and universities depending on their plans.

Higher Education Progression

The Baccalauréat opens access to higher education in France and abroad. The BFI is designed to prepare students for entry to grandes écoles and universities in France and worldwide. The AIS program and multilingual core support students in pursuing international higher-education options.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school teaches social-emotional learning to help students understand themselves and their emotions, and the emotions of others, in a playful, benevolent and creative environment. This supports the development of empathy, collaboration and resilience.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school offers inclusive education for students with special educational needs (ÉBÉP). It does not exclude anyone and provides adaptations to meet each student's educational, physical, social and emotional needs. The EBÉP referents are Mme Berthod and Mme Barsotti for secondary and Mme Chardon for primary. Educational accommodations follow the Ministry of National Education guidelines and include PPS, PAP, PPRE and PAI. A psychologist provides prevention, screening, evaluation and support, and the school has an agreement with the AWO Education Counseling Center; the psychologist is Mme Baroche.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Languages offered include German, English, Spanish (from 4th grade) and Latin (from 5th). A bilingual German-English program operates from the early years with German from Petite Section and English from Moyenne Section. Non-French-speaking or limited-French students can receive support in FLSco from Moyenne Section. The ABIBAC bilingual section prepares for both the French Baccalaureate and the German Abitur. English-language pathways include English+ Collège and the Section européenne anglais, with DNL in English; the SIA (Section Internationale Américaine) started in 2021 and continues through collège. The BFI (Baccalauréat Français International) path includes World Knowledge, DNL and cultural-linguistic deepening.

Mental Wellbeing

The school fosters a safe physical and emotional climate and teaches compassion, teamwork and confidence to pursue dreams. Kindness is at the center of everything we do. Socio-emotional learning supports students' well-being and social development.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is integrated into the inclusive approach; the school addresses educational, physical, social and emotional needs of all students. EBÉP referents coordinate with families and staff, and a psychologist provides preventive and therapeutic support, with external cooperation as needed to protect and support students.

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International School of Hamburg

Instructs in English, German

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €12,790 - 25,190

Type Co-educational

International School of Hamburg (ISH) is a private, independent, non-profit international school in Hamburg, Germany, serving around 730 students from over 55 nationalities. The school offers a continuous international curriculum from Early Years to Grade 12. The Early Years follow the IEYC; the Junior School uses the IPC with cross-curricular units in Science, History, Geography, Art, Technology and International Understanding, supported by specialist teachers in Music, German, Physical Education, Library Skills and ICT. The Secondary School follows the IB framework: MYP for Grades 6–10 and DP and IBCP for Grades 11–12, with French or Spanish starting in Grade 6. The 41,000-square-metre campus includes a 19,000-square-metre building, a Performing Arts Centre with a 400-seat auditorium, a well-resourced library, campus-wide ICT, and science laboratories. ISH emphasizes pastoral care, EAL and Mother Tongue support, and sustainability, including Eco-School accreditation achieved in 2025 and biodiversity projects. ISH also emphasizes pastoral care and language support.

Location

Hemmingstedter Weg 130, 22609 Hamburg, Germany

Stages

Early Years (ECC, ages 3–5) ; Junior School (Grades 1–5) ; Secondary School (Grades 6–12; IB Middle Years Programme 6–10; IB Diploma Programme and IB Career-related Programme 16–18)

Type

Private international school; independent, non-profit association

Pupil Nationality Mix

63 nationalities represented; top nationalities include United States, United Kingdom, the Netherlands, India and South Korea; Germany is the host country.

Additional learning support

English as an Additional Language (EAL) support

Country affiliation

Germany

School day structure

The school offers English-language curricula for students from age 3 to 18. The majority of co-curricular activities run from 15:00 to 16:30, with After School Care available until 18:00.

Bus service

Three school buses run by HVV serve the outer Alster region and Hafen City; buses stop at regular stops and are available to students in Grades 1–12. Cost and route information differ each year. Hamburg resident students travel free across the HVV regional network (as of 1 Sep 2024).

Application fee

- Application Fee per child: EUR 500. The Application Fee is due at registration and is non-refundable.

Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts)

- Early Years 1: EUR 12,790.
- Early Years 2: EUR 13,790.
- Early Years 3: EUR 15,680.
- Grades 1–2: EUR 20,050.
- Grades 3–5: EUR 21,240.
- Grades 6–8: EUR 22,760.
- Grades 9–10: EUR 24,230.
- Grades 11–12: EUR 25,190.

Per-term / instalment detail and two-instalment option

- Standard payment: the full annual Tuition Fee is payable in advance, at the latest by 1 August (for students who start in August).
- Two-instalment option (surcharge applies): it is possible to pay in two instalments for which there is a surcharge equal to 5% of the annual Tuition Fee (i.e., total payable becomes 105% of the Tuition Fee). First instalment: 60% of the Tuition Fee (plus any Campus Development Fee levied that year) due by 1 August. Second instalment: 45% of the Tuition Fee due by 1 January. The surcharge of 5% applies to the overall two-instalment option.

- Instalment component examples (showing 60% and 45% components and the 5% surcharge amount). First instalment = 60% of the annual Tuition Fee (plus Campus Development Fee if applicable); second instalment = 45% of the annual Tuition Fee. The separate 5% surcharge amount is shown as an additional charge on top of these instalments.
- Early Years 1 (EUR 12,790): 60% = EUR 7,674.00; 45% = EUR 5,755.50; 5% surcharge = EUR 639.50 (total if using two-instalment option = EUR 13,429.50).
- Early Years 2 (EUR 13,790): 60% = EUR 8,274.00; 45% = EUR 6,205.50; 5% surcharge = EUR 689.50 (total = EUR 14,479.50).
- Early Years 3 (EUR 15,680): 60% = EUR 9,408.00; 45% = EUR 7,056.00; 5% surcharge = EUR 784.00 (total = EUR 16,464.00).
- Grades 1–2 (EUR 20,050): 60% = EUR 12,030.00; 45% = EUR 9,022.50; 5% surcharge = EUR 1,002.50 (total = EUR 21,052.50).
- Grades 3–5 (EUR 21,240): 60% = EUR 12,744.00; 45% = EUR 9,558.00; 5% surcharge = EUR 1,062.00 (total = EUR 22,302.00).
- Grades 6–8 (EUR 22,760): 60% = EUR 13,656.00; 45% = EUR 10,242.00; 5% surcharge = EUR 1,138.00 (total = EUR 23,898.00).
- Grades 9–10 (EUR 24,230): 60% = EUR 14,538.00; 45% = EUR 10,903.50; 5% surcharge = EUR 1,211.50 (total = EUR 25,441.50).
- Grades 11–12 (EUR 25,190): 60% = EUR 15,114.00; 45% = EUR 11,335.50; 5% surcharge = EUR 1,259.50 (total = EUR 26,449.50).

Campus Development Fee

- Campus Development Fee (non-refundable and payable over two years when applicable): Year 1 at ISH = EUR 6,500; Year 2 at ISH = EUR 2,500. For students returning after an absence of one year or longer, prior payments are credited to this total. Departing students who have attended the school for two months or less in the year of their departure pay only half the Campus Development Fee levied in that school year.

Sibling discount

- For families with three or more children enrolled simultaneously: third child (lowest grade) receives a 10% reduction of the annual Tuition Fee; fourth child and any additional children receive a 15% reduction of the annual Tuition Fee.

Other costs and ancillary fees

- The annual Tuition Fee includes mandatory overnight and day trips, membership in the ISH Association, and one copy of the yearbook per child. School materials for Early Years are included; with the exception of Early Years, school materials such as paper and pencils are not included in the annual Tuition Fee.
- Additional charges that may be invoiced separately to participating students: college testing, external testing and IB examinations, non-mandatory school day and sport trips, graduation expenses, After School Activities, After School Care, intramural and NECIS sports.
- Lost school books: invoiced at replacement value plus a handling fee of EUR 10 per book not returned.
- School bus fee: determined according to the number of students using the bus and invoiced separately.
- Fees for self-taught and mother-tongue language courses, school photos, and hot lunches are invoiced and paid directly to the service provider.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Due dates: all tuition and fees for students starting in August are payable in advance, at the latest by 1 August. For students who start during the school year, payment is due at the school start or within two weeks after the invoice date. Past-due accounts incur a late fee of 5% per annum above the base rate of interest. All parents are liable for fee payments on the due date regardless of third‑party (company) agreements, and parents are liable for all bank charges incurred.
- Two-instalment option: available only for families with a signed contract by 1 December; first instalment (60% of Tuition Fee plus Campus Development Fee, if applicable) due by 1 August; second instalment (45% of Tuition Fee) due by 1 January. For contracts signed after the school year start and before 1 December, the first instalment (60% plus Campus Development Fee if applicable) is due within two weeks of the invoice date and the second instalment by 1 January. A surcharge of 5% of the annual Tuition Fee applies to this two-instalment option.

Pro-rating and refunds (tuition refund rules)

- Pro-rating on late enrolment (percentage of Tuition Fee chargeable when a student joins after the school year start):
- September: 100%
- October: 95%
- November: 85%
- December: 75%
- January: 65%
- February: 55%
- March: 45%
- April: 35%
- May: 25%
- June: 15%
- Refundable percentage on early departure (percentage of Tuition Fee refundable when a student leaves during the school year; written notification of withdrawal must be given by the legal guardian at least two full months to the end of the month to qualify):
- September: 70%
- October: 60%
- November: 50%
- December: 40%
- January: 30%
- February and later months: 0% refund.
- General refund rule: fees are non-refundable with the exception of the Tuition Fee in the case of early departure, which is refundable according to the pro‑rata schedule above. The Application Fee and Campus Development Fee are non-refundable except as specifically set out for returning students or short-term attendance in the Campus Development Fee clause.

Boarding fees

- The school operates as a day school; there are no boarding facilities or boarding fees.

Fee payment options and bank details

- Payments are accepted by bank transfer in EUR to the account details provided for the school. The school provides two bank accounts for EUR transfers; bank transfer payments should include the child's name and invoice/account numbers in the payment reference. Parents are liable for any bank charges. The bank details are:
- Hamburger Volksbank eG — Kontonummer: 3289109 — IBAN: DE79 2019 0003 0003 2891 09 — BIC: GENODEF1HH2.
- Deutsche Kreditbank AG — Kontonummer: 1020262572 — IBAN: DE20 1203 0000 1020 2425 72 — BIC: BYLADEM1001.

Legal and additional notes on non-payment

- ISH reserves the right to dismiss or request the withdrawal of a student if school fees are not paid in accordance with ISH financial regulations. The place of jurisdiction for disputes is Hamburg, Germany.

Curriculum

The school provides a continuous international curriculum from Early Years to Grade 12. The Early Years follows the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC), with Early Years 3 introducing Foundations phonics, Reader's and Writer's Workshop, and Math in Focus. The Junior School (Grades 1–5) uses the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) with cross-curricular IPC units in Science, History, Geography, Art, Technology and International Understanding; there are specialist teachers in Music, German, Physical Education, Library Skills and ICT, and a Wellness program including Mindfulness and digital citizenship. The Secondary School (Grades 6–12) follows the International Baccalaureate framework: the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10 and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) and IB Career-related Programme (IBCP) for Grades 11–12; French or Spanish begins as a third language in Grade 6, and a strong pastoral care program supports students through tutor groups. Language support is provided through Mother Tongue and English as an Additional Language (EAL) provisions to help students access the curriculum.

Student Teacher Ratio

6.5:1

Exam Results

ISH IB Diploma Programme results 2024 show an average DP score of 32.1 out of 45, with an average DP class grade of 5.08 out of 7 and an average grade across all subjects of 5.09 out of 7. 55% of DP students scored more than 30 points. 100% of CP Diploma recipients were awarded the CP Diploma. 85% of ISH graduates matriculated at colleges and universities worldwide.

Higher Education Progression

85% of ISH graduates matriculate at colleges and universities worldwide. Destinations span Europe, North America, Asia and Australia, including universities such as the University of Antwerp, KU Leuven, McGill University, University of Toronto, Hamburg School of Business Administration, TU München, and the University of Edinburgh.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The Student Support Services Team (SSST) screens, determines services, and monitors referred students with significant social, emotional, behavioural, or academic differences. Following a referral, SSST members assess the student's needs through consultation, observation, and testing, and provide a team recommendation regarding the required support. The department comprises Learning Support, School Counselling, College Counselling, on-site occupational and speech therapists, School Nurses, and liaises with outside specialists to provide a broad range of services. Counselling services include support of the pastoral care program, behaviour management support, individual personal counselling, group counselling, social skills training, and group guidance lessons in classrooms, with parent consultations and staff in-service as part of the programme. The aim is to promote student well-being and healthy adjustment across the school community.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The Learning Support program strengthens academic skills within the context of a student's emotional, social, and cognitive development. Services are provided after referral and may include remedial and compensatory instruction, skill development, re-teaching, and content support. MYP and DP students may be eligible for inclusive assessment arrangements. There are two on-site speech therapists and an occupational therapist available. The SSST liaises with outside specialists and therapists to provide a wide array of services for ISH families.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is the main language of teaching and learning at ISH. An English as an Additional Language (EAL) program supports non-native English speakers across grade levels, coordinating with classroom teachers to integrate content. The EAL department operates in both the Junior School and the Secondary School, with Junior School EAL Services using a mixed pull-out and push-in model for Group A Beginner English Language Learners and Group B Intermediate learners, and advanced learners in a monitor group receiving in-classroom support. Secondary School EAL supports students to progress toward mainstream classes. German, French, and Spanish are offered as Modern Foreign Languages.

Mental Wellbeing

Pastoral care and counselling are central to ISH wellbeing. The SSST provides school counselling in the Junior School and the Secondary School, with a collaborative process to define and follow through with a personal improvement plan. Counselling services include support of the pastoral care program, behaviour management support, individual personal counselling, group counselling, social skills training, and group guidance lessons in classrooms, plus parent consultations and staff in-service. The team provides on-site occupational and speech therapists and School Nurses to support mental health, and liaises with outside specialists as needed.

Safeguarding

Child protection and safeguarding are top priorities. ISH is in strict compliance with German law and follows international best practices to ensure child safety.

Admissions

ISH has an ongoing admissions process with mid‑year entry possible. An inquiry submitted via the online form starts the process to arrange a campus visit or a call and is not a formal application for admission. An online application follows the inquiry. Admissions Officers are Margaret Metzler and Karolin Mutzel.

Scholarships

ISH offers a Financial Aid (FinAid) program to help families cover tuition. Eligibility is based on income and assets; the top gross income threshold for a one‑child family is €150,000, with asset‑based adjustments increasing the tuition amount. Full tuition may be charged for higher income or asset levels, according to the 2024–2025 Schedule of Fees. Applications are considered after a formal admission offer is made; families request a financial aid form from finaid@ishamburg.org, review eligibility, and submit a single PDF application signed by both parents. School fee reductions are granted for one year and must be reapplied annually; approval is provisional until the previous year's tax return is submitted.

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École Francaise de Hambourg

Instructs in French

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €6,210 - 11,700

Type Co-educational

Located in Hamburg’s Lokstedt district, École Française de Hambourg (EFHH) serves students from age three through eighteen. The school follows the French National Education curriculum, leading to the Diplôme National du Brevet and the French Baccalaureate. A defining feature of the primary years is the Parity Bilingual Stream, where students receive equal instruction hours in French and German. The campus at Hartsprung features specialized science laboratories, a dedicated multimedia library (BCD/CDI), and indoor sports facilities. A unique initiative at EFHH is the "Sextant" program, which provides individualized guidance for students planning higher education pathways in France, Germany, or other international destinations. As part of the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE) network, the school maintains a specific focus on linguistic integration. Facilities include a daily canteen service providing hot meals and a private bus network for student transportation across the city.

Location

Located in Hamburg, Germany. The address is Hartsprung 23, 22529 Hamburg. Telephone: +49 (0)40 790 147 0. Email: secretariat@efhh.de.

Stages

Kindergarten and Elementary (Maternelle and Élementaire).

Type

French international school.

Country affiliation

France (AEFE network).

Boarding Arrangements

After-school care is available every afternoon and during school holidays. Morning supervision is from 7:00 to 8:00. After-class supervision runs from 13:15 to 16:00 (13:00 on Fridays) with 13:15–15:00 devoted to meals, recreation, and time for homework, and 15:00–16:00 for activities. Evening supervision is from 16:00 to 18:00.

Food Options

Meals are served daily in the cantine as part of the after-school program, with lunch provided during the 13:15–15:00 period.

Governance and Ownership

The school is part of the AEFE network and is governed by a Comité de Gestion and a Conseil d'École.

Application and registration fees
- First-time registration (droits de première inscription): EUR 220 for the first child, EUR 140 for the second child, EUR 90 for the third child and each following child. These registration fees are payable at the time of enrolment and are non‑refundable.

Deposit (arrhes) for nursery/maternelle
- After an offer of admission to the maternelle/Kita, a deposit of EUR 350 per child is due within three weeks; this deposit is applied during the child's first year of attendance against the family participation amount. Failure to pay the deposit within the deadline may result in cancellation of the place.

Tuition fees — Maternelle / Kita (2025–2026)
- The nursery (maternelle) fee structure is split into two components: the family's remaining charge under the city of Hamburg Kita‑Gutschein (Reste à charge — RàC) and the specific programme fees charged by the school.
- The school's programme fees for the École Maternelle range between EUR 1,056 and EUR 2,436 per year depending on the child's Kita‑Gutschein and hours of care. The RàC set by the city of Hamburg can vary (examples published show RàC values between approximately EUR 48 and EUR 2,448 per year depending on family income and hours). The total annual amount payable by a family is therefore the sum of the RàC and the school's programme fee. Payment is collected by monthly direct debit before the 5th of each month.

Tuition fees — École élémentaire (CP–CM2), academic year 2025–2026
- Annual tuition (frais de scolarité) standard rates for 2025–2026:
- 1st child: EUR 1,530 per year.
- 2nd child: EUR 1,377 per year (10% sibling reduction).
- 3rd child and subsequent children: EUR 1,147.50 per year (25% sibling reduction).
- The elementary tuition covers school fees, on‑time curricular outings, and exercise books and workbooks provided by the school; some activities (class trips, optional projects) may generate additional, separate charges.
- Billing schedule: elementary tuition is payable in 10 monthly instalments. Modalities: payment by direct debit (prélèvement automatique) or bank transfer, before the 5th day of each month.

Billing schedule and payment terms (general)
- Regular tuition and care fees are billed and collected monthly by direct debit before the 5th of each month; elementary families may also pay by bank transfer. Bank account information for transfers is provided by the school (Commerzbank Hamburg; IBAN and BIC shown in the school's practical information). Notice periods for contract termination apply and differ by service (see below).

After-school care (GBS) and cantine costs
- GBS (périscolaire) monthly maximum tariffs (examples for the school year):
- 07:00–08:00: EUR 30 per month.
- 13:00–16:00: free for Hamburg‑domiciled children; EUR 140 per month for non‑Hamburg domiciled children.
- 16:00–17:00: EUR 30 per month.
- 17:00–18:00: EUR 30 per month.
- Holiday care: 1 week holiday care (08:00–16:00) shown as EUR 7.50/month equivalent (EUR 90/year); 07:00–18:00 week shown as EUR 10/month equivalent (EUR 120/year); families may reserve up to 15 weeks of holiday care per year and specific billing rules apply.
- Cantine (school lunches) is managed through the school's catering partner and ordered via the SAMS‑ON system; meal payments in SAMS‑ON are handled by PayPal or bank transfer according to the provider's procedures. Reductions and subsidies for GBS and lunch may be available depending on family income and sibling rules.

Other possible costs
- Occasional and itemised additional costs may be charged separately: class trips or residential trips, some extracurricular activities, materials for special projects. The elementary programme states that most textbooks/workbooks are provided, but class trips or projects may incur extra charges. The maternelle programme may involve programme‑specific charges depending on the chosen Kita‑Gutschein/hours.

Uniforms and compulsory clothing
- No compulsory school uniform is listed in the published practical fee and registration materials for the school; nothing is specified as a mandatory uniform charge in the school's fee and inscription pages. (School may issue guidance on practical clothing for activities where relevant.)

Boarding / residential provision
- Boarding is not applicable: the school operates as a day school (maternelle and élémentaire) with no boarding fees indicated.

Refunds and cancellation terms
- Registration fees (droits de première inscription) are definitive and non‑refundable. Arrangements state that registration fees and, where specified, deposits are retained in the event of cancellation.
- Notice periods for contract termination (examples):
- Maternelle/Kita: a 12‑week notice period applies from signature of the care contract.
- Elementaire: three months' notice (calendrical) from the end of the month in which the removal notice is sent.
- GBS (périscolaire): written resignation with two months' notice before the end of the school year.
- Situations where refunds or reductions apply (for example, city Kita subsidies or family income‑based reductions for GBS/cantine) are governed by the Kita‑Gutschein rules and the school's published reduction policies.

Accepted payment methods and billing routes
- Standard tuition and care fees: monthly direct debit (prélèvement automatique) is the primary collection method; bank transfer is accepted for elementary tuition. School banking details (Commerzbank Hamburg, IBAN, BIC) are published in the school's practical information.
- Cantine (meals) payments are processed through the SAMS‑ON system and may be made by PayPal or by bank transfer according to the catering provider's payment options.
- For some services, invoices and billing modalities differ (e.g., Kita‑Gutschein handling for maternelle co‑funding).

Sibling discounts and financial aid
- Elementary sibling discount: 10% reduction for the second child and 25% for the third child and subsequent children (elementary only). Maternelle/Kita fees depend on the Kita‑Gutschein and family circumstances; families may apply for AEFE bursaries where eligible. GBS and canteen subsidies or reductions may apply according to income and sibling rules.

Summary (practical points for parents)
- Elementary annual tuition example: EUR 1,530 (first child), billed in 10 monthly instalments; sibling discounts apply. Registration fees at enrolment are EUR 220/140/90 by order of children and are non‑refundable. Maternelle fees combine a city Kita‑Gutschein remainder plus a school programme fee (programme fees shown between EUR 1,056 and EUR 2,436 for 2025–2026); monthly direct debit is used for collection. After‑school care, holiday care and canteen are charged separately according to published GBS tariffs and the catering provider's ordering/payment system. Contract termination requires advance notice (maternelle: 12 weeks; élémentaire: three months; GBS: two months before end of school year).

Curriculum

The school follows French national education programs under the AEFE framework, with instruction in French. It comprises a Maternelle and an Élémentaire, welcoming children from age 3; the Maternelle provides daily exposure to German and, from Grande Section, German classes to prepare for CP. The Élémentaire is organized in cycles: Cycle des apprentissages fondamentaux (CP, CE1, CE2) to learn reading, writing and mathematics, and Cycle des approfondissements (CM1, CM2) with history, geography, sciences and technology. German is taught daily in Élémentaire (five German lessons plus two Sachkunde per week) and English is taught weekly (CP–CE2: one lesson; CM1–CM2: one lesson plus two with the English teacher). A 2023–2028 school project has been adopted.

Higher Education Progression

After elementary, students can enroll in the Lycée Franco-Allemand (LFA) for secondary education in Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein.

Gifted and Talented

All elementary teachers are trained to identify and support high‑potential students.

Admissions

1. The dossier is submitted online on Eduka for Maternelle/Kita admissions. The school reviews all applications. After acceptance, you will receive an email with the link to complete the full enrollment dossier.

2. Age and entry for Maternelle: Children who are 3 years old in the calendar year 2025 may enter Petite Section from the start of the 2025/2026 school year on September 3, 2025. New: children who turn 3 between January 1 and June 30 may join Toute Petite Section (TPS) on their birthday, and they move to Elementaire at their third birthday in the German system. If a child comes from a Krippe group, progression to EFH aligns with German age-based transitions.

3. Kita-Gutschein and funding: The City of Hamburg provides Kita-Gutschein subsidies for the Maternelle/Kita program. The remaining charge is determined by the city administration and ranges between €48 and €2,448 per year depending on income. The annual cost for the program (before Kita-Gutschein) can be €1,056 to €2,436, with the exact remainder determined by the Kita-Gutschein outcome. If no Kita-Gutschein is available, families should consult local services for possible partial funding. In addition, the fees and childcare costs are tax-deductible as the school operates as a non-profit entity.

4. Inscription fees and payment: A one-time inscription fee is payable at enrollment: €220 for the first child, €140 for the second, and €90 for the third and subsequent children; these fees are non-refundable and are due again if a former student re-enrolls after leaving for more than 12 months. Fees are payable by direct debit before the 5th of each month. The general terms apply to childcare contracts.

5. AEFE and internal scholarships: In addition to Kita-Gutschein support, families may apply for AEFE scholarships if the child has French nationality or for the school's internal scholarships for other nationalities. The AEFE scholarships are awarded by a commission and benefit eligible children for the school year; applications are separate from enrollment and follow the AEFE scholarship cycle. Details and procedures are available through the AEFE framework and the school's EDUKA/administrative contacts.

6. Dossier for Elementary (CP to CM2): Dossier d'inscription is completed online on Eduka. Entry to CP requires mastery of the French language, as French is taught as the language of instruction from CP to CM2.

7. Tuition and fees for École Élémentaire: Annual tuition for 2025-2026 is €1,530 for the first child, €1,377 for the second child, and €1,147.50 for the third child and following. Tuition is payable in 10 monthly installments.

8. Discounts and materials: A 10% discount applies to the second child and a 25% discount applies to the third and each additional child (the eldest is considered the first child). Textbooks are provided by the school, and tuition includes school-time field trips and exercise books; additional trips may incur extra charges. Inscription fees are €220 for the first child, €140 for the second, and €90 for the third and following; these are non-refundable and apply again if a student re-enrolls after more than 12 months.

9. After-school arrangements: Information about after-school care for elementary students is on the dedicated page of the site, and covers registration and program details.

Scholarships

AEFE scholarships: The first period of the 2026/2027 scholarship cycle is open. Applications must be completed online or submitted to the social services office at the Berlin consulate by February 16, 2026. Scholarships can be awarded to children from families with insufficient resources to cover tuition in nursery, primary, and secondary levels. For nursery, children must have reached age 3 by December 31, 2025. Scholarships are allocated based on family financial and asset situations and are paid directly to the school. The allocations are decided by a commission twice a year (spring and autumn). Applications are independent of school enrollment. For the 2026/2027 period, online submission via SCOLAIDE is required, with tutorials available for account creation and application submission. Late submissions may be rejected.

Internal scholarships of the association: Families who cannot apply for AEFE scholarships may apply to the association for partial or full tuition waivers. This application can be submitted during enrollment or re-enrollment via EDUKA or by contacting the accounting department by email.

These are the two scholarship avenues available to families at École Française de Hambourg.

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Lycée Français Victor Hugo

Instructs in French, German, English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €4,233 - 9,472

Type Co-educational

LFVH is a direct-managed French international school in Frankfurt am Main, part of the AEFE network, serving age 3 through 18. It teaches the French national curriculum from early years to Terminale, with two middle-school pathways: a Dual-Language Program offering German and English as second languages, and an International Program based on the Hessen curriculum with German as the first language. In collège, students complete about 29 to 30 hours of compulsory lessons per week, with the Diplôme National du Brevet awarded on completion; the school welcomes students with special educational needs. In lycée, three Baccalauréat tracks emphasize languages, with counseling for courses and careers, and the ADN-AEFE Study Abroad Program enabling international exchanges; Abibac is available. Examinations for the Baccalauréat and Abibac take place on site. LFVH has modern facilities, including a renewing computer and media center and two information centers, a gym, outdoor field, canteen, and infirmary. The school hosts arts initiatives, author visits, and cross-border exchanges, including a Web Radio produced by students.

Location

The school is located at Gontardstr. 11, 60488 Frankfurt am Main, Germany. It is the Lycée Français International Victor Hugo in Frankfurt am Main. Contact: contact@lfvh.net; +49 (0)69 74 74 98 0.

Stages

The school serves Maternelle (preschool), Élémentaire (primary), Collège (lower secondary) and Lycée (upper secondary). It provides education from preschool through high school.

Type

The school is a French international school in Frankfurt am Main and is part of the AEFE network.

Additional learning support

LFVH has an EBEP unit to support students with educational needs from kindergarten through lycée. The EBEP team includes the school director and primary teachers at the primary level, and deputy principals, lead teachers, and parent representatives at the secondary level; each pupil has at least one annual meeting with parents and the staff. The EBEP team develops plans such as PAP and PPS in collaboration with families and therapists to facilitate learning.

Country affiliation

France via the AEFE network.

Uniform Requirement

Dress code: Every member of the school community must wear appropriate attire. Clothing that is provocative, ostentatious, negligent, or overly revealing is not accepted. Military attire is prohibited, and beachwear such as flip-flops, very short shorts, and sleeveless tops with low necklines and thin straps are not allowed.

Food Options

Restaurant scolaire: Vielfalt Menü GmbH runs the school restaurant and cafeteria. Most meals are prepared on site in LFVH's kitchen, with daily vegetarian options and seasonal menus; the demi-pension is optional and requires enrollment, and external students may join the lunch service or bring a cold lunch via Lunchbox, with outside meals not allowed without authorization.

Governance and Ownership

Governance and ownership: The LFVH is part of the AEFE network and is governed by the Conseil d'établissement, the sole decision-making body, which includes representatives from administration, parents, teachers, non-teaching staff, students, and consular representatives.

Application / First-registration fees (non‑refundable)
- 1st child: EUR 600.
- 2nd child: EUR 575.
- 3rd child: EUR 550.
- 4th child: EUR 525.
- 5th child: EUR 500.
(These first‑registration fees are explicitly stated as non‑remboursable.)

Annual tuition by school level (academic year 2025–2026)
- Maternelle (Vorschule): EUR 4,380 per year.
- Élémentaire (Grundschule): EUR 4,510 per year.
- Collège (Sekundarstufe I): EUR 5,490 per year.
- Lycée (Sekundarstufe II): EUR 5,690 per year.
(Annual tuition covers classroom teaching, pedagogical follow‑up, certain manuals and equipment up to 3e, certifications DSD/DELF when organised by the school, and exam administration costs where specified; catering, optional after‑school activities and some language certification registrations are not included in tuition.)

Per‑term / invoice breakdown (how the school issues invoices and how annual tuition maps to each invoice period)
- The school issues three school‑year invoices for tuition: 1) first invoice covering September–December (4 months), 2) second invoice covering January–March (3 months), and 3) third invoice covering April–June (3 months).
- The school's published annual tuition is thus effectively apportioned over a 10‑month academic period (September–June). The table below gives the annual fee and the corresponding invoice amounts computed from the school's defined invoice periods (first invoice = 4/10 of the annual fee; second = 3/10; third = 3/10). These per‑invoice figures are calculated from the published annual tariffs and are presented as the invoice‑period amounts parents will be billed under the school's stated billing schedule.

- Maternelle (EUR 4,380/year):
• First invoice (Sept–Dec, 4 months): EUR 1,752.
• Second invoice (Jan–Mar, 3 months): EUR 1,314.
• Third invoice (Apr–Jun, 3 months): EUR 1,314.

- Élémentaire (EUR 4,510/year):
• First invoice (Sept–Dec): EUR 1,804.
• Second invoice (Jan–Mar): EUR 1,353.
• Third invoice (Apr–Jun): EUR 1,353.

- Collège (EUR 5,490/year):
• First invoice (Sept–Dec): EUR 2,196.
• Second invoice (Jan–Mar): EUR 1,647.
• Third invoice (Apr–Jun): EUR 1,647.

- Lycée (EUR 5,690/year):
• First invoice (Sept–Dec): EUR 2,276.
• Second invoice (Jan–Mar): EUR 1,707.
• Third invoice (Apr–Jun): EUR 1,707.

(Notes on these invoice amounts: they are the straightforward allocation of the published annual tuition across the invoice periods defined by the school; the school issues the invoices for the periods above. Parents choosing the monthly direct‑debit option will have monthly instalments scheduled according to the school's SEPA schedule.)

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Quarterly / invoice payments by bank transfer or online payment: invoices are issued for Sept–Dec (first invoice), Jan–Mar (second), and Apr–Jun (third); payment is due on receipt of each invoice.
- Monthly automatic SEPA direct debit option: monthly debits are taken on the 15th of each month from October through June (nine direct debits); families must complete the school SEPA mandate to enrol in this option. If a SEPA debit is returned, the school may cancel the direct‑debit mandate and restrict the family to quarterly bank transfer or online payment. The SEPA mandate confirms the right to request a bank reimbursement within eight weeks of a debit where applicable under the banking rules.
- The school's stated rule is that any month started is due in full ("Tout mois commencé est dû intégralement"). Annual fees are fixed for the school year.

Boarding / internat
- Boarding is not listed among the school's charged services in the published tariff schedule for the 2025–2026 tuition year; no boarding fees are published for this campus. Therefore no boarding fees apply.

Other costs and regular additional fees
- School lunch / Lunchbox service: annual flat fee EUR 180 (service enrollment; non‑proratisable). The school's cafeteria service is operated by an external provider and catering costs are not included in the published tuition.
- Exam fees (charged in addition to tuition where applicable):
• Diplôme national du brevet (3e candidates registered at the school): EUR 36 (school candidate).
• Épreuves anticipées du baccalauréat (1re candidates): EUR 130 (school candidate).
• Baccalauréat (terminale candidates): EUR 259 (school candidate).
(Exam fees for external candidates or candidates from other AEFE‑network schools are higher as indicated on the tariff sheet.)
- Sibling discount: a fixed annual reduction is applied for the 3rd child and subsequent children of the same family in the 2025–2026 schedule:
• 3rd child: EUR 180 reduction.
• 4th child: EUR 360 reduction.
• 5th child: EUR 540 reduction.
- School supplies, some textbooks and equipment: certain manuals and equipment are included (manuals up to 3e and selected digital resources), but parents are responsible for other supplies and for participation costs for trips, optional after‑school activities, private language certification registrations (Cambridge, HSK, etc.) and association/club fees where applicable. The school's tariff schedule specifies which services are not included in tuition and will be invoiced separately.
- Uniform / sportswear: a school teamshop is available with branded sportswear and accessories; example item prices from the official team shop include polo shirts from about EUR 28–32, T‑shirts from about EUR 21–26, sweatshirts from about EUR 38–50 and jackets in the EUR 44–60 range (prices vary by model and size). These shop purchases are paid separately by families.

Refund and cancellation notes (financial rules relevant to refunds)
- First‑registration fees are explicitly non‑refundable. Any month begun is due in full under the school's tariff rules. The school sets tuition amounts for the school year and invoices according to the published billing periods; the SEPA mandate describes the banking right to request a reimbursement from the bank within the standard eight‑week window for authorised direct debits.

Payment methods accepted
- SEPA direct debit (automatic monthly collection; families complete the school SEPA mandate).
- Bank transfer (virement) — the invoice provides the bank account details and parents must indicate the invoice number when transferring.
- Online card payment via the school's Payline payment option ("payer via Payline" on the parent portal).
(The school's invoicing and payment tutorial explains how to access invoices on the parent portal and select the payment method.)

Curriculum

LFVH follows the French national curriculum for all levels. In middle school (6e to 3e), there are two pathways: a Dual-Language Program with German and English as second languages, and an International Program based on the Hessen curriculum with German as the first language; German-language instruction is complemented by History, Geography and Civics in German. Middle school students complete about 29 to 30 hours of compulsory lessons per week, with optional subjects available. The final middle school examination is the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB). The school also welcomes students with special educational needs. In high school (Seconde, Première and Terminale), three Baccalauréat programs follow the French national curriculum with emphasis on languages, and students choose specialized subjects; educational counseling supports course and career planning, and the ADN-AEFE Study Abroad Program offers international exchanges; a Baccalauréat and Abibac (Diploma) pathway is available.

Exam Results

LFVH reports a 100% pass rate in the Baccalauréat, with around 90% of graduates earning honors.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has a Vie scolaire team led by the Conseiller Principal d'Éducation (CPE) and an assistant, plus several education assistants who support students in collège and lycée. The Vie scolaire is the first point of contact for parents regarding their children's schooling at the middle and high school levels, and is the main contact for students outside class hours. Its main missions include monitoring absences and delays, supervising students inside and outside the building, ensuring student safety and enforcing the internal rules, and supporting students both in groups and individually in collaboration with the teaching staff. The Vie scolaire engages in ongoing dialogue with parents to support students' learning and well‑being. The school day runs Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. Contacts for Vie scolaire are Christophe Lopes (CPE) and Cécile Ramos (Assistant CPE) with their email addresses.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school meets the educational needs of students with special educational needs from kindergarten through lycée. An EBEP unit coordinates support at both levels, with the school principal and senior staff at the primary level and vice principals and lead teachers at the secondary level, together with parent representatives. Each student has at least one yearly meeting with parents and the involved teaching team. The EBEP and teaching staff inform and guide families, detect difficulties, and facilitate contact with medical professionals to identify underlying causes of persistent learning challenges. The school fosters a trustful link between teachers, families and therapists, and develops personalized compensation plans such as PAP (Plan d'accompagnement personnalisé) and PPS (Projet personnel de scolarisation) in coordination with teachers, families and therapists. Families of pupils with special educational needs receive ongoing support, and there is a collaboration with Dys à Francfort for additional family assistance.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school teaches French, German, English, Spanish, Chinese and Latin. Language learning is adapted to meet students' needs and to leverage their linguistic abilities, supported by cultural outings, study trips abroad, exchanges with local schools, and the AEFE network. Certifications include Deutsches Sprachdiplom for German and Cambridge English Assessments for English, as well as DELF Prim and DELF Scolaire for French as a foreign language. For non‑francophone students, FLESCO (Français Langue de scolarisation) is offered, along with DELF Prim in CM1/CM2 (A2) and DELF Scolaire in 3e (B1). From 5e, students choose between Spanish and Mandarin (Chinese), and Latin is optional from 5e. In the lycée, students can pursue Abibac and the LCA track (Lettres et Civilisations Allemandes) as part of advanced language preparation.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through the Vie scolaire framework, which accompanies students in both collège and lycée and provides guidance and support beyond class time. The CPE and assistants work with students on group and individual matters, addressing personal concerns and behavior as part of daily school life. The Vie scolaire maintains ongoing dialogue with families and works with teachers to support students' personal and academic wellbeing. The Foyer Socio‑Éducatif (FSE) promotes social development and community involvement through projects, events, and cultural activities, contributing to a sense of belonging. Extracurricular clubs and workshops, including robotics and science events, provide opportunities for social engagement and personal growth across the school community.

Safeguarding

Safety is a priority, with Vie scolaire responsible for absence and lateness checks, student supervision inside and outside school hours, and ensuring adherence to the internal rules. The team acts as the principal point of contact for students and parents regarding safeguarding concerns and coordinates with the teaching staff as needed. The internal rules are formalized in the Reglement intérieur du Collège‑Lycée, which can be downloaded. Contacts for safeguarding and welfare include Christophe Lopes (CPE) and Cécile Ramos (Assistant CPE) with their provided emails. The school is part of AEFE and maintains partnerships with the Consulat General de France and the Hessen Ministry of Education, and it upholds a data protection policy to safeguard personal information.

Admissions

Campaign 2026-2027 runs from January 19, 2026 to March 15, 2026 for pre-registration of new students. All children aged three or more may be enrolled in the LFVH; for entry into maternelle (preschool), the child must be three years old before December 31 of the enrollment year. Children who have begun schooling in another education system must take a test to assess their level of French; depending on the results, a trial period may be considered. Procedure: 1. Online pre-registration is the first step and applies only to new students not already enrolled at LFVH for the current school year. For questions, contact: Mrs. 2. After confirmation of the pre-registration, you have 15 days to pay the first registration fees. 3. The registration becomes definitive after payment of the first registration fees. Your pre-registration request will be processed on receipt of documents that include the “dossier de préinscription” signed by the student's legal guardians. You must read and accept the financial regulations and tariffs as part of the process. Access to the online pre-registration is available via the LFVH portal.

Scholarships

AEFE scholarships are available for children of French nationality residing in Germany who are enrolled at LFVH. Families must file their scholarship application with the Consulate General of France in Frankfurt, without waiting for enrollment confirmation, otherwise they will not be eligible for the scholarship for the school year. Eligibility criteria include being French nationals, registered with the Consulate as French abroad, residing in the consular district with their family, and being enrolled at LFVH (from kindergarten through lycée) and at least 3 years old in the calendar year of the start of the school year. Applications are submitted through the Scolaide portal (scolaide.aefe.gouv.fr). The scholarship must be renewed each year. The LFVH calendar notes that a first meeting of the Scholarships Committee (CCB) takes place in spring to review renewals and first-time applications, and a second consular meeting in autumn reviews late-arriving families and those whose financial situation has worsened during the year. For difficulties or additional information, contact consular services; documents may be downloadable from the consulate site.

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The European School Frankfurt

Instructs in German, English, French, Italian, Spanish

Ages 4 - 18 years

Fees €4,370 - 8,358

Type Co-educational

European School Frankfurt delivers the European Curriculum for ages 4 to 18, culminating in the European Baccalaureate. The school, part of the European Schools network, operates with language policy that assigns a dominant language at enrolment and delivers instruction in official EU languages through mother tongue sections and vehicular language sections. The campus houses nursery through secondary education across two buildings, with a Nursery P1–P2 modular building and a Main Building for Primary and Secondary, plus well-served canteens and a staffed Kiosk. The school offers four language sections—German, English, French and Italian—with Spanish added in 2018, and SWALS available where no language section exists. Facilities include a library serving all taught languages and a range of library events. The KiVa anti-bullying program reinforces wellbeing, while pupils engage in language study, intercultural projects and scientific work through project-based activities, theatre, music, art and sport. The school supports students through after-school programs.

Location

Praunheimer Weg 126, 60439 Frankfurt am Main, Germany. It is in Frankfurt am Main and part of the European Schools network. The school offers education from nursery to the European Baccalaureate.

Stages

Nursery, Primary, Secondary; European Baccalaureate.

Type

European School (state-funded) run by the governments of EU member states.

Additional learning support

Educational Support is provided with General, Moderate and Intensive levels.

Country affiliation

European School system supervised by the governments of the EU member states.

School day structure

Nursery (N): Mon–Wed 08:25–15:05; Thu–Fri 08:25–12:50. Primary P1–P2: Mon–Wed 08:25–15:05; Thu–Fri 08:25–12:50. Primary P3–P5: Mon–Thu 08:25–15:05; Fri 08:25–12:50. Secondary: Mon–Fri 08:25–16:50. Gates: Gate A (Primary) 07:30–08:45; Gate C (Secondary/Main Building) 07:30–16:00. All buildings open for pupils from 08:05.

Bus service

In the afternoons, transport services information is provided by EuroKids; contact Transport – extra-curricular activities: office@eurokids.gmbh.

Uniform Requirement

There is no school uniform.

Food Options

The school has a canteen that operates during the school day and a kiosk for secondary students from 08:10 to 15:00. Lunch is served from 11:30 to 14:30. Meals are prepared by an independent catering service, and parents register online if their child will have school meals.

Governance and Ownership

The European School Frankfurt is part of the European Schools network and is jointly supervised by the governments of the EU member states; it is a state school in Germany.

Application fees

- No separate application fee is charged. The school charges annual school fees and mandatory administrative costs as detailed below.

Tuition fees (annual) by school level — School Year 2026/2027

- Nursery (Category III, first child): EUR 4,457.80 per year.
- Primary (Category III, first child): EUR 6,129.55 per year.
- Secondary (Category III, first child): EUR 8,358.46 per year.

Sibling reductions (Category III)

- 2nd child: reduction of 20% of the regular school fee.
- 3rd and each further child: reduction of 40% of the regular school fee.

Mandatory administrative costs and other compulsory charges (per pupil)

- Insurance: EUR 5.00 (Nursery / Primary / Secondary).
- Administration costs: EUR 38.00 (Nursery / Primary) and EUR 44.00 (Secondary).
- Fees for books: variable (charged separately).
- Lost student ID: EUR 5.00.
- European Baccalaureate (BAC) exam fee: EUR 108.10 (Secondary).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Parents commit to pay the full school fees for the complete school year when enrolling. A non-refundable advance payment equal to 25% of the annual school fees is due by 30 June (date set in the school's billing calendar). The remaining balance for the year is invoiced and charged after the start of the school year. Parents must quote the customer/reference number shown on their invoice when making payments. Children whose fees from the previous year are unpaid, or for whom the advance payment is not made by the stated deadline, will not be permitted to attend classes.

Boarding fees

- No boarding provision applies; there are no boarding fees.

Other costs parents should expect

- Books and materials: charged as variable costs per pupil (book lists and material costs are notified separately).
- School trips, extracurricular activities, special projects or optional services may carry additional charges billed separately.
- Examination-related costs (e.g., BAC exam fee listed above) and small administrative charges (lost ID, insurance) are invoiced in addition to the school fee.

Refunds and withdrawal

- Notice of withdrawal must be submitted in writing at least two weeks prior to the pupil leaving; the school will confirm withdrawal in writing. If a child is withdrawn during the school year, a percentage of the school fees may be reimbursed, but mandatory administrative costs and the non-refundable 25% advance payment are excluded from any reimbursement.

Fee payment options and invoicing

- The school issues invoices and mandatory administrative-cost invoices by email; each invoice shows a customer/reference number that must be quoted when paying. Payment is to be made using the payment details provided on the invoice; parents should follow the payment instructions on their invoice and observe the stated deadlines. Failure to pay by the deadlines noted on invoices can lead to exclusion from attendance as described above.

Curriculum

The European School Frankfurt offers nursery through secondary education, culminating in the European Baccalaureate. It is part of the European Schools network and provides education in a multicultural and multilingual environment. The European Baccalaureate cycle comprises the two final years of secondary education (S6 and S7). The school follows the European Schools language policy, assigning a dominant language (L1) at enrolment and providing instruction in official EU languages through mother tongue sections and vehicular language sections.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates take the European Baccalaureate, which is recognized for admission to universities in member countries; there are official arrangements for equivalence between the European Baccalaureate and the upper secondary leaving certificates of national schools.

Gifted and Talented

The school has a High Potential Policy to identify and support students with high potential abilities.

Admissions

1. Admission follows three categories. Cat I includes children of employees of the European Central Bank, EIOPA, AMLA and other European institutions. Cat II includes children of employees of other European institutions and companies that have signed a financing agreement with the ESF, admitted with priority if places are available after Cat I. Cat III covers private enrolments and is admitted upon availability. 2. Enrolment for school year 2025/2026 runs from 1 December 2024 to 28 February 2025; late registrations for the French, Italian and Spanish sections extend to 31 May 2025 in exceptional cases. Decisions on enrolment are sent out in April 2025 at the latest. 3. Applications must be complete in original form and signed by both legal guardians, with all accompanying documents. Accompanying documents may be provided as copies; originals are not required. Documents must be in German, English or French, with certified translations if necessary. For enrolments in Cat I and II, an employer confirmation must be attached. 4. The school does not keep a waiting list. Only applications for the next school year are accepted. During the school year, applications are considered only for Cat I or Cat II if pupils are not enrolled in Frankfurt. 5. Cat III private enrolments are admitted upon availability. The Enrolment Policy governs Cat III admissions and the overall process. 6. For school year 2026/2027, enrollment forms will be on the website as of 1 December 2025 and the enrolment period expires on 28 February 2026. Applications during the school year are considered only for Cat I and Cat II for pupils not enrolled in Frankfurt. The decision to enroll Cat II or Cat III pupils follows class size and room capacity, with priority order: Cat I first, then siblings, then Cat II with contracts, then pupils from other European Schools.

Waitlist

The school does not keep a waiting list.

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Lycée Jean Renoir de Munich - Sendling Site

Instructs in French, German

Ages 2 - 18 years

Fees €5,040 - 7,150

Type Co-educational

The Lycée Jean Renoir de Munich is a French AEFE school offering maternelle through lycée on two Munich campuses. The primary campus is Ungsteinerstraße 50 in Giesing and the secondary campus is Berlepschstraße 3 in Sendling. The school serves more than 1,200 students aged 2 to 18 and follows the French Ministry of National Education program, with Bavarian language, civilization and culture components. In the lycée, students progress through Seconde, Première and Terminale, choosing specialty subjects with increasing emphasis and optional subjects to complete their parcours. Language pathways include the Baccalauréat, Abibac, BFI, and a European Section in English; ELCE will be offered as a one-hour-per-week module from 2025-2026. Facilities include a primary library, a music room and a teaching kitchen, while the secondary campus houses a CDI and student foyer, plus gymnasia and outdoor play areas. Since September 2025, the secondary garden provides complete organic midday meals for students.

Location

Two Munich campuses: primary on the Giesing campus at Ungsteinerstraße 50, 81539 München; secondary for collège and lycée on the Sendling campus at Berlepschstraße 3, 81373 München, Germany.

Stages

The school provides Maternelle (kindergarten) and École primaire (primary) as well as Collège (middle school) and Lycée (high school). It operates on two campuses: primary at Giesing and secondary at Sendling.

Type

French AEFE school offering education from maternelle through lycée on two Munich campuses.

Additional learning support

The school provides support for pupils with learning difficulties or disabilities, including drafting PAP (Plan d'Accompagnement Personnalisé) and PPS (Projet Personnalisé de Scolarisation) and addressing DYS needs.

Country affiliation

France (AEFE network).

Bus service

A school transport service between home and the Giesing campus is provided by an external provider for elementary students; a public transport card (MVV) is available for all children who do not use the school transport, and who live within Munich (start point: Ungsteinerstraße 50).

Uniform Requirement

Uniform: The school has a uniform. Dress and equipment: Attire: Appropriate clothing for activity in progress is required. Outdoors: shorts or jogging bottoms, a t-shirt and sweatshirt or jumper, a waterproof jacket or light anorak, outdoor sports shoes for sports use only, and a change of socks. Indoors: the same as outdoors (except rainwear). Shoes used indoors must be clean and used exclusively for indoor sports activities. Access to the gymnasiums is strictly forbidden in street shoes. At the pool: swimming costume, hat compulsory, towel and non-slip shoes recommended. Supplementary equipment: in addition to their uniform, students must have their notebook, textbook and pencil case with them to every P.E. class. Forgetting to wear P.E. will not be tolerated; if the offence is repeated, penalties described in the rules apply.

Food Options

From September 2025 Organic Garden will handle the midday meals for secondary students. The meals include: a soup, a salad, a choice between two main dishes, a dessert, a fruit and bread. A high-quality organic meal is provided daily. Registration for the cantine is online via the secondary campus platform; meals are ordered online and paid for via a badge account.

Governance and Ownership

The Lycée Français Jean Renoir de Munich is a French AEFE school directly managed by the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE).

Application / First‑time registration fee
- EUR 800.00 per child, payable once at first registration. These rights of first registration are definitively acquired by the school and are not refundable.

Tuition fees — annual amounts (academic year 2025/2026)
- Maternelle (nursery)
- Exit at 13:00: EUR 5,520.00 per year.
- Exit at 14:00: EUR 6,070.00 per year.
- Élémentaire (primary / elementary): EUR 5,040.00 per year.
- Collège (middle school): EUR 6,840.00 per year.
- Lycée (high school): EUR 7,150.00 per year.
- These tuition amounts do not include school supplies or secondary textbooks.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is billed either monthly or quarterly, according to the family's choice made at registration. The school year is split into three financial periods for billing purposes: 1st trimester (September–December) = 40% of annual tuition; 2nd trimester (January–March) = 30%; 3rd trimester (April–July) = 30%.
- Payment is due at the start of each billed period and must be made within 15 days of receiving the invoice unless payment is by authorized automatic direct debit. In case of arrival or departure during the school year, any month started is due and will be charged in full.
- Automatic direct debit options and example dates for the 2025/2026 year: quarterly direct debits on 29/09/2025, 29/01/2026 and 29/04/2026; monthly direct debits on 29/09/2025, 30/10/2025, 28/11/2025, 29/12/2025, 29/01/2026, 26/02/2026, 30/03/2026, 29/04/2026, 28/05/2026 and 29/06/2026.

Fee payment options (methods)
- By authorized automatic direct debit (Prélèvement automatique), available as monthly or quarterly installments. Families are responsible for any bank charges arising from rejected direct debits.
- By bank transfer to the school's accounts (IBANs provided for the Trésorerie Générale pour l'Etranger and Commerzbank accounts; transfers must reference the invoice number and the pupil's name). Bank details and BIC/SWIFT are used for international transfers. Fees charged by the bank (e.g., for rejected payments) are the family's responsibility. No credit card payment method is specified.

Boarding
- Not applicable. The school does not operate boarding facilities.

Other costs and ancillary services (annual or per‑service amounts)
- Canteen (maternelle and élémentaire):
- Monday–Thursday: EUR 1,008.00 per year.
- Monday–Friday: EUR 1,260.00 per year.
- Lunchbox Monday–Friday: EUR 180.00 per year.
- Lunchbox Friday only: EUR 36.00 per year.
- Études surveillées (primary after‑school supervised study): multiple formulas; examples: Monday–Thursday 14:05–15:00 EUR 550.00; Monday–Friday 14:05–15:00 EUR 690.00; Monday–Thursday 14:05–16:00 EUR 1,100.00; Monday–Friday 14:05–16:00 EUR 1,380.00; Monday–Thursday 14:05–17:00 EUR 1,300.00; Monday–Friday 14:05–17:00 EUR 1,620.00. A fixed annual discount is applied to children also enrolled in a primary extracurricular workshop.
- Kindergarten after 14:00 options: examples: Monday–Friday 14:00–15:00 EUR 605.00; 14:00–16:00 EUR 1,210.00; 14:00–17:00 EUR 1,815.00 (with a specific annual discount when combined with extracurricular workshops).
- School transport (primary): Round trip (two journeys/day) EUR 3,440.00 per year; one way (one journey/day) EUR 1,720.00 per year; transport gré à gré EUR 1,000.00 per year.
- Exam and certification fees: Diplôme national du brevet EUR 30.00; anticipated baccalauréat EUR 134.00; baccalauréat EUR 268.00. Cambridge exam fees and other certification fees (examples: CAE EUR 205.00, FCE EUR 205.00) and fees for external candidates follow published schedules.
- Other minor fees and charges: simple mail EUR 5.00; registered mail EUR 7.50; copy/exam edition fee EUR 10.00; photocopy per page EUR 0.10 (A4) and EUR 0.20 (A3); replacement of lost correspondence book or locker key EUR 10.00; exceptional late pickup or service overrun fixed fee EUR 50.00; summer/open‑school course example EUR 250.00 per week. Families may incur bank charges for rejected payments equal to the bank's real costs.

Discounts, exemptions and special conditions
- A sibling discount is applied for families with at least three children enrolled: 20% for the 3rd child, 25% for the 4th child and 35% for the 5th child and subsequent children (calculated on the amount payable after deduction of any direct aid). Local municipal subsidies for nursery pupils may apply in some cases; the school may re‑invoice subsidies not claimed due to unreported address changes.

Refund and chargeback rules
- The EUR 800.00 first‑time registration fee is non‑refundable.
- For arrival or departure during the school year, any month that is started is due in full and will be billed.
- Exceptional partial refunds on canteen fees may be granted in case of illness exceeding fifteen consecutive days upon presentation of a medical certificate and written request. Other refunds or revisions to billing are only considered for exceptional, documented situations and generally apply from the following billing period. Families remain the sole financial responsible parties for billed charges.

Invoicing and notices
- Invoices and billing information are made available through the school's EDUKA billing platform and are also sent to the email address provided at registration. Late‑payment follow‑up may trigger administrative collection fees according to published schedules.

Curriculum

Two Munich campuses serve the school: the primary campus at Ungsteinerstradfe 50 in Giesing and the secondary campus at Berlepschstra 3 in Sendling. The lycée enrolls over 1,200 students and offers three levels: Seconde, Premire, and Terminale. The curriculum comprises a broad common core (humanist and scientific), specialty subjects chosen by students with increasing emphasis from Première to Terminale (three in Première, then two of the same three in Terminale), and optional subjects to complete the parcours. New offerings include opportunities to share a scientific culture, to learn coding, and to understand major contemporary challenges. Language pathways include Baccalauréat, Abibac (baccalauréat + Abitur), BFI (Baccalauréat Français International), and a European Section in English; ELCE is available in 4e and 3e from 2025-2026 as an optional one-hour-per-week module. Language certifications available include Deutsches Sprachdiplom, Cambridge certificate, and DELE.

Exam Results

Promotion 2025: 99% of students passed the baccalaureate; 100% success for Abibac; 93.5% of graduates received a mention; 12% achieved Very Good with jury congratulations; 70% earned a Bien or Very Good mention.

Higher Education Progression

Higher education progression information is provided via the AEFE network site. The Franco-German University (DFH-UFA) offers integrated bilingual programs (binational, trinational, and double diplomas) from bachelor
s to doctoral levels in fields including science and engineering, computer science and architecture, economics, law, humanities and social sciences, and teacher training. The AEFE site also points to CampusFrance materials for studying in France after the baccalaureate.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school provides health services on both campuses with a school nurse who educates on health, provides information, listens, and maintains confidentiality. There is a program to prevent violence and sexual offenses, with designated contacts for students and parents in case of difficulty or emergency: the nurse, the Conseiller Principal d'Éducation, and Vie scolaire. The school runs a campaign against bullying and participates in the national program pHARe to address harassment in schools. The Conseil de la Vie Lycéenne (CVL) and the Conseil de Vie Collégienne (CVC) gather student representatives and staff and provide a forum to discuss life at the school, health, safety, and other welfare issues. The CVL/CVC projects focus on improving living conditions, listening to student needs, and influencing school life decisions. The school also offers access to student life services, clubs, and activities to support emotional well-being.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The pedagogical team addresses the educational needs of pupils with special educational needs, including those with learning difficulties or disabilities. The objectives include informing parents and teachers about the student's difficulties; coordinating between administration and teachers to target difficulties and propose strategies. They connect with various educational partners and ensure the application of French decrees in the context of a French overseas establishment, while also adapting to the German regulatory framework governing the school. The team assists when needed with drafting a PAP (Plan d'Accompagnement Personnalisé) for students with DYS (dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, or attention disorders) and implementing a PPS (Projet Personnalisé de Scolarisation) for students with disabilities. They support parents in accompanying and monitoring their child's progress.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The lycée offers four language tracks at the lycée: the French Baccalaureate, the Abibac, the French International Baccalaureate, and the English section (section européenne anglais). The ELCE option (Option ELCE, enseignement de langues et cultures étrangères) is available for language and culture teaching. A European English section indicates a strong emphasis on English language and culture within the curriculum. Certifications in languages include Deutsches Sprachdiplom, the Cambridge certificate, and DELE for Spanish. The school's language program integrates English-language instruction through the European section and ELCE offerings.

Mental Wellbeing

A school nurse is on-site daily on both campuses, providing health education, information, listening, and confidentiality, and serving as a resource for student health. The nurse coordinates with other staff to address medical needs and monitor student well-being. The school runs prevention programs against violence and sexual offenses, with designated contacts such as the nurse, the Conseiller Principal d'Éducation, and Vie Scolaire for students and parents in case of difficulty or emergency. There is a campaign against harassment in the school, with reference to national guidance and the pHARe program. These provisions support students' mental well-being and safe learning environment.

Safeguarding

The school's life and welfare governance includes the Conseil pour la Vie Lycéenne (CVL) and the Conseil pour la Vie Collégienne (CVC), which bring together student representatives, parents, and staff to discuss life at the school, health, safety, and other welfare matters. The CVL/CVC operate to improve living conditions, enable listening and dialogue, and influence decisions affecting student welfare. In addition to on-site health and safeguarding contacts (the school nurse, the Conseiller Principal d'Éducation, and Vie Scolaire), the community can reach out through CVL to address concerns. The CVL has a designated contact email (cvl@lycee-jean-renoir.de) for student and parent inquiries. Harassment prevention is referenced in the school's safeguarding framework, with the anti-harassment program and the health service as additional safeguarding resources.

Admissions

Academic year 2026-2027: Applies only to students who are not already enrolled at Lycée Jean Renoir de Munich. Kindergarten admission: To apply, follow these two steps: 1. Register your child on Kita Finder at the linked site; a tutorial on how to register on Kita Finder is available. 2. Then complete the registration on the school site by creating an account on our EDUKA online platform. Enrollment for elementary, middle, and high school: To enroll your child for the first time at Lycée Jean Renoir de Munich (from CP to Terminale), create an account on the EDUKA online platform. Grade to enroll for the September 2026/2027 intake, according to the child's year of birth: Primary: 2024 TPS; 2023 PS; 2022 MS; 2021 GS; 2020 CP; 2019 CE1; 2018 CE2; 2017 CM1; 2016 CM2. Secondary: 2015 6e; 2014 5e; 2013 4e; 2012 3e; 2009 Seconde 2de; 2008 Première 1ère; 2007 Terminale Tle.

Scholarships

Scholarship applications: The first scholarship campaign for the 2026/2027 year is open. Applications must be submitted or sent to the Consulate General of France in Munich, Service des affaires sociales (not by email), no later than Friday, 24 February 2026. The AEFE can provide scholarships to French children living abroad to cover all or part of tuition, under certain conditions. Scholarships are offered by a Consular Council for School Scholarships (CCB) established at each post and awarded after the advice of a National Commission (CN) on decision of the Agency. Scholarships are awarded based on resources; if the declared situation is in doubt, a social inquiry may be carried out or additional supporting documents requested. The amount is not paid directly to the student; AEFE pays the school directly, which deducts it from tuition. A scholarship covers tuition and registration fees and may cover related costs such as school transport and books, but does not cover extracurricular activities. New families should apply before enrollment is confirmed for their child; the scholarship application must be renewed every year and filed within regulatory deadlines. The presence of scholarship students is checked at the start of the school year. A new feature this year is the possibility to submit online via SCOLAIDE, though paper applications at the Consulate General of France in Munich remain possible. Eligibility: candidate must be French, registered with the Consulate in the Foreigners' Registry, reside in the consular district, be enrolled at Lycée Jean Renoir at any level (kindergarten, elementary, middle or high school), and be at least 3 years old by December 31 of the current school year. Required documents include a motivated letter, the scholarship application form, and documents proving family composition and financial situation. For first-time applications, an appointment at the Consulate is required. The campaign calendar: a first Scholarships Council meets in spring to review renewals and first-time applications; a second Council meets in autumn to review only late arrivals and first-time applications from families whose financial situation has worsened. For more information, consult the AEFE site or the Consulate General of France in Munich. Forms and brochures include the Scholarship Application Form PDF, AEFE Brochure, and Supporting Documents PDF.

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Lycée Jean Renoir de Munich - Giesing Site

Instructs in French, German

Ages 2 - 18 years

Fees €5,040 - 7,150

Pupils 1164

Type Co-educational

The Lycée Jean Renoir de Munich is a French AEFE school offering maternelle through lycée on two Munich campuses. The primary campus is Ungsteinerstraße 50 in Giesing and the secondary campus is Berlepschstraße 3 in Sendling. The school serves more than 1,200 students aged 2 to 18 and follows the French Ministry of National Education program, with Bavarian language, civilization and culture components. In the lycée, students progress through Seconde, Première and Terminale, choosing specialty subjects with increasing emphasis and optional subjects to complete their parcours. Language pathways include the Baccalauréat, Abibac, BFI, and a European Section in English; ELCE will be offered as a one-hour-per-week module from 2025-2026. Facilities include a primary library, a music room and a teaching kitchen, while the secondary campus houses a CDI and student foyer, plus gymnasia and outdoor play areas. Since September 2025, the secondary garden provides complete organic midday meals for students.

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